$1.$ What are the main differences between the minimum pay regulations in the United States $($Chapter $2)$ and one other country's practices discussed in this chapter? How do these differences affect companies' ability to compete with other companies worldwide?

$2.$ What are the main differences between retirement systems in the United States $($considering legally required and discretionary programs$)$ and one other country discussed in this chapter? Does it appear that the costs of retirement programs are creating burdens for competitive advantage?

$3.$ What are the main differences betwen paid time off practices in the United States and one other country discussed in this chapte